Ingredients:
1 box white cake mix (18.25 ounces)
4 large eggs
1 box strawberry-flavored instant gelatin (3 ounces)
1 package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed (15 ounces)
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
For the Frosting
7 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 package cream cheese (8 ounces), softened
1/4 cup softened butter
1 package frozen strawberries in syrup, thawed and pureed (10 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon strawberry extract
Directions:
Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mixing: In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, strawberry gelatin, pureed strawberries, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix thoroughly.
Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and bake for approximately 20 minutes. Ensure the cake is baked through by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
For the Frosting: In another bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add 1/4 cup strawberry puree and strawberry extract to the mixture. Mix until well combined.
Creamy Texture: Gradually add confectioners’ sugar to the mixture, beating until smooth and achieving a creamy consistency.
Frosting the Cake: Once the cake layers have cooled completely, generously frost the cake with the strawberry cream cheese frosting.
Garnish: Optionally, adorn your creation with freshly sliced strawberries for an extra touch of freshness.
Serve and Enjoy: Slice and indulge in every delicious bite of your homemade strawberry cake!
Preparation Time
Total preparation and baking time: Approximately 1 hour.